Scale Model Surgery: From Heavy Haulers to Dirt Track Racers/Special Guest John

Scale Model Surgery: From Heavy Haulers to Dirt Track Racers/Special Guest John


In this episode of The Modeler's Journey, Greg takes us into the "operating room" for a deep dive into heavy body modifications. If you’ve ever been intimidated by taking a saw to your scale plastic, this episode is for you!

Greg demonstrates his "surgery" techniques—major cosmetic alterations that fundamentally change the original kit designs. Using a rotary tool for high-precision rough cuts, he shows just how close to a finished edge a skilled hand can get before switching to traditional hand tools for refinement.


Inside this episode:
The Big Chop: A scale three-inch chop on a Kenworth Conventional W-925, plus custom hood and fender modifications.

The '65 Chevy Overhaul: Executing an aggressive "gentleman’s chop" on a ’65 Chevy cab and removing the entire front clip to make way for a special custom wheelbase.

Total Transformation: Watch a Mustang Fastback body lose its identity as it’s converted into a gritty '70s-style dirt modified racer.

Project Updates: Greg addresses the delays surrounding the highly anticipated Viper Wagon build.

A Special Guest: Greg’s father-in-law, John, drops by the shop. John was a master of the hobby in his day, and Greg takes on the special honor of fabricating a custom part for one of John’s projects.


Whether you are looking to lower a roofline or fabricate a race car from a street machine, grab your rotary tool and join the journey!

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